We’re all familiar with touchless soap dispensers by now, but did you know it’s possible to use one in your own home? Take the idea from a commercial building to your kitchen or bathroom and increase the cleanliness.
It’s never been easier to reduce touching potentially dirty or diseased surfaces, and the affordable nature of this appliance means any germaphobe can get it. This dispenser from Otto Umbra dispenses soap thanks to a sensor.
One-Touch Food Sealer Vacuum by Toyuugo ($42.99)
For both wet and dry foods, the Vacuum Sealer is a one-touch sealing system that keeps food fresh for longer and doesn't take up very much space in your kitchen. Toyuugo uses a multi-layer heat-sealed material to reduce oxidation and preserve both quality and flavor.
You can customize the bag size with the built-in bag cutter, which can be used in just seconds. It includes a couple of different options for getting the correct seal: dry or moist, as well as automatic or manual. While you will have to hand-wash the device, it's been found to be easy to clean.
Banana Holder by Lakeland ($8)
Bananas are a delicious fruit treat, but they are somewhat fragile. This delicate food sometimes needs something to protect it. Lakeland has the answer: a Banana Holder, which is built solely to protect this delicate fruit from the dangers of the world.
The banana case is built with lots of wiggle room so that bananas of any shape and size can fit inside. Whether you're training for a marathon and need a mile-thirteen snack, or you just want to keep your fruit safe for lunch, this item is sure to help.
Watermelon Slicer by FEENM ($13.99)
Slicing a watermelon takes way more work than slicing...well, everything. Except for, like, a car. FEENM wants to change the world of watermelon slicing, and this huge slicer – 15.7 inches in diameter – will take on watermelons, cantaloupes, and any other hard-to-slice fruits or vegetables.
The blades are made of 340 stainless steel, which won't deform the watermelon. It has an ergonomic grip that keeps your hands away from the blades, and it will produce twelve perfect slices every time. You can even use this handy product on pineapple and honeydew. The four-point-five-star rating on Amazon means you're getting something you'll love.
Smart Countertop Microwave Oven by GE Store ($119)
Jumping onto the bandwagon of kitchen appliances that can be controlled right from your phone, GE has come up with a Smart Countertop Microwave Oven that connects to a smartphone app. It can add voice control thanks to Alexa, and Amazon can even help you find a lower price on this fancy gadget, down from $139.
It has all the convenience of your standard microwave. You can even take the guesswork out of cooking items that you aren't sure about — just scan the barcode and let the microwave figure out how long, and at what power, to cook the food.